Time- Dated Material GAVIN NEWSOM, GOVERNOR OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW California Regulatory Notice Register REGISTER 2021, NUMBER 14-Z PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY THE OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW APRIL 2, 2021 PROPOSED ACTION ON REGULATIONS TITLE 2. FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION Conflict–of–Interest Code — Notice File Number Z2021–0323–02 ......................................... 343 AMENDMENT Multi–County: BETA Healthcare Group Risk Management Authority TITLE 4. GAMBLING CONTROL COMMISSION Update for Non–Commission Forms — Notice File Number Z2021–0322–01 ................................ 344 TITLE 8.

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS BOARD Construction Safety Orders, High–Voltage Electrical Safety Orders, General Industry Safety Orders — Notice File Number Z2021–0322–02 ..................................... 348 TITLE 11. COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING Regulation 1001,

Definitions — Notice File Number Z2021–0322–04 ....................................... 377 TITLE 11. COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING Regulation 1053, Requirements for Distance Learning Course Certification — Notice File Number Z2021–0322–03 .................................................... 379 TITLE 11. COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING Regulation 1005, Minimum Standards for Training, Force Options Simulator — Notice File Number Z2021–0323–01 ...................................................... 381 TITLE 11.

COMMISSION ON PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING Regulation 1005, Minimum Standards for Training, Law Enforcement Driving Simulators — Notice File Number Z2021–0323–03 .............................................. 384 TITLE 11. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Charitable Trusts Registry Fees — Notice File Number Z2021–0323–05 .................................... 386 (Continued on next page)

The California Regulatory Notice Register is an official state publication of the Office of Administrative Law containing notices of proposed regulatory actions by state regulatory agencies to adopt, amend or repeal regulations contained in the California Code of Regulations. The effective period of a notice of proposed regulatory action by a state agency in the California Regulatory Notice Register shall not exceed one year [Government Code § 11346.4(b)]. It is suggested, therefore, that issues of the California Regulatory Notice Register be retained for a minimum of 18 months.

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PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT BOARD Required Actions Against Registered Sex Offenders — Notice File Number Z2021-0323-06 ..................... 397 GENERAL PUBLIC INTEREST AIR RESOURCES BOARD Notice of Public Hearing to Consider an Application for a Variance from the Evaporative Emission Regulations for Small Off–Road Engines ........................................... 401 DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND WILDLIFE Consistency Determination Request for Ten Mile Mainstem Enhancement Project Phase 1,

Section 1653 Request, Tracking Number 1653-2021-069-001-R1, Mendocino County ................... 402 DEPARTMENT OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL Public Notice Requirement for Issuance of Treated Wood Waste Variances .................................. 403

SUMMARY OF REGULATORY ACTIONS Regulations filed with Secretary of State .............................................................. 404

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 343 PROPOSED ACTION ON REGULATIONS Information contained in this document is published as received from agencies and is not edited by Thomson Reuters. TITLE 2.

FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Fair Political Practices Commission, pursuant to the authority vested in it by Sections 82011, 87303, and 87304 of the Government Code to review proposed conflict– of–interest codes, will review the proposed/amended conflict–of–interest codes of the following: CONFLICT–OF–INTEREST CODES AMENDMENT M U LT I – COU N T Y: BETA Healthcare Group Risk Management Authority A written comment period has been established commencing on April 2, 2021 and closing on May 17, 2021.

Written comments should be directed to the Fair Political Practices Commission, Attention Amanda Apostol, 1102 Q Street, Suite 3000, Sacramento, California 95811. At the end of the 45–day comment period, the pro- posed conflict–of–interest code(

s) will be submitted to the Commission’s Executive Director for his review, unless any interested person or his or her duly autho- rized representative requests, no later than 15 days pri- or to the close of the written comment period, a public hearing before the full Commission. If a public hear- ing is requested, the proposed code(

s) will be submit- ted to the Commission for review. The Executive Director of the Commission will review the above–referenced conflict–of–interest code(s), proposed pursuant to Government Code

Section 87300, which designate, pursuant to Government Code

Section 87302, employees who must disclose certain investments, interests in real property and income. The Executive Director of the Commission, upon his or its own motion or at the request of any interested person, will approve, or revise and approve, or return the proposed code(

s) to the agency for revision and re– submission within 60 days without further notice. Any interested person may present statements, ar- guments or comments, in writing to the Executive Director of the Commission, relative to review of the proposed conflict–of–interest code(s). Any writ- ten comments must be received no later than May 17, 2021. If a public hearing is to be held, oral comments may be presented to the Commission at the hearing.

COST TO LOCAL AGENCIES There shall be no reimbursement for any new or increased costs to local government which may re- sult from compliance with these codes because these are not new programs mandated on local agencies by the codes since the requirements described herein were mandated by the Political Reform Act of 1974. Therefore, they are not “costs mandated by the state” as defined in Government Code

Section 17514. EFFECT ON HOUSING COSTS AND BUSINESSES Compliance with the codes has no potential effect on housing costs or on private persons, businesses or small businesses. AUTHORITY Government Code (Gov. Code) Sections 82011, 87303 and 87304 provide that the Fair Political Practices Commission as the code reviewing body for the above conflict–of–interest codes shall approve codes as submitted, revise the proposed code and approve it as revised, or return the proposed code for revision and re–submission.

REFERENCE Government Code Sections 87300 and 87306 pro- vide that agencies shall adopt and promulgate conflict– of–interest codes pursuant to the Political Reform Act and amend their codes when change is necessitated by changed circumstances. CONTACT Any inquiries concerning the proposed conflict–of– interest code(

s) should be made to Amanda Apostol, Fair Political Practices Commission, 1102 Q Street, Suite 3000, Sacramento, California 95811, telephone (916) 324–3854. AVAILABILITY OF PROPOSED CONFLICT–OF–INTEREST CODES Copies of the proposed conflict–of–interest codes may be obtained from the Commission offices or

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 344 the respective agency. Requests for copies from the Commission should be made to Amanda Apostol, Fair Political Practices Commission, 1102 Q Street, Suite 3000, Sacramento, California 95811, telephone (916) 322–5660. TITLE 4.

GAM BLING CONTROL COMMISSION UPDATE FOR NON–COMMISSION FORMS CGCC–GCA–2021–03–R NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the California Gambling Control Commission (Commission) is proposing to take the action described in the Informative Digest after consideration of all relevant public comments, objections, and recommendations received concerning the proposed action.

Comments, objections, and recommendations may be submitted as follows: WRITTEN COMMENT PERIOD Any interested person, or his or her authorized representative, may submit written comments relevant to the proposed regulatory action to the Commission at any time during the 45–day public comment period, which closes on MAY 18, 2021. Written comments relevant to the proposed regulatory action may be sent by mail, facsimile, or e–mail, directed to one of the individuals designated in this notice as a contact person.

To be eligible for the Commission’s consideration, all written comments must be received at its office no later than midnight on MAY 18, 2021. Comments sent to persons and/or addresses other than those specified under Contact Persons, or received after the date and time specified above, will be included in the record of this proposed regulatory action, but will not be summarized or responded to regardless of the manner of transmission. PUBLIC HEARING The Commission has not scheduled a public hearing on this matter.

Any interested person, or his or her authorized representative, may request a hearing pursuant to Government Code

section 11346.8. A request for a hearing should be directed to the person(

s) listed under Contact Persons no later than 15 days prior to the close of the written comment period. ADOPTION OF PROPOSED ACTION After the close of the public comment period, the Commission, upon its own motion or at the instance of any interested party, may thereafter formally adopt the proposals substantially as described below or may modify such proposals if such modifications are sufficiently related to the original text.

With the exception of technical or grammatical changes, the full text of any modified proposal will be available for 15 days prior to its adoption from the person designated in this Notice as contact person and will be mailed to those persons who submit oral or written testimony related to this proposal or who have requested notification of any changes to the proposal.

AUTHORITY AND REFERENCE Pursuant to the authority vested by sections 19811, 19823, 19824, 19840, 19841, 19850, 19850.5, 19850.6, 19851, 19854, 19912, 19951, and 19984 of the Business and Professions Code and sections 326.3 and 326.5 of the Penal Code; and to implement, interpret or make specific sections 19801, 19811, 19823, 19824, 19826, 19841, 19850, 19850.5, 19850.6, 19851, 19852, 19854, 19855, 19856, 19857, 19864, 19865, 19866, 19867, 19868, 19876, 19878, 19880(d), 19883, 19890(e), 19893, 19912, 19951, 19982, and 19984 of the Business and Professions Code and sections 326.3 and 326.5 of the Penal Code, the Commission is proposing to adopt the following changes to Chapters 2 and 8 of Division 18 of Title 4 of the California Code of Regulations: INFORMATIVE DIGEST AND POLICY STATEMENT OVERVIEW Introduction: The California Gambling Control Commission (“Commission”) is the state agency charged with the administration and implementation of the California Gambling Control Act (“Act”). 1 Under the Act, the Commission is required to approve, condition, or deny an application for license or other approval at a meeting (evidentiary hearing) pursuant to certain provisions.

As part of this approval process, the Bureau of Gambling Control within the Office of the Attorney General (“Bureau”) conducts detailed background investigations on the individuals and businesses that apply for a license or other approval. As part of their application, an applicant submits information that includes forms created by agencies other than the Commission. Existing Law:

Section 19823 of the Business and Professions Code 2 provides that it is the responsibility of the Commission 1 Business and Professions Code, Division 8,

Chapter 4,

section 19800 et seq. 2 All statutory references hereinafter are to the Business and Pro- fessions Code, unless otherwise specified.

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 345 to ensure that licenses, approvals, and permits are not issued to, or held by, unqualified or disqualified persons, or by persons whose operations are conducted in a manner that is inimical to the public health, safety, or welfare.

Section 19841, subdivision (

a) provides authority for adopting regulations that prescribe the method and manner of an application and the information must be furnished by an applicant including fingerprints as a method of identification. Effect of Regulatory Action: This proposed action has been prepared to modify the Commission’s regulations to correctly refer to the most recent versions of forms maintained by other agencies. This will maintain current requirements while also meeting the requirements of other agencies.

Anticipated Benefits of Proposed Regulation: This proposed action will have the benefit of providing clarity and consistency to the Commission’s application process by correctly referring to the current forms maintained by other agencies. Specific Proposal: This proposed action will make changes within California Code of Regulations Title 4 Division 18 as follows:

Chapter 2 Licenses and Work Permits.

Article 2. Initial and Renewal Licenses and Work Permits. Amend 12112. Initial License Applications; Required Forms.

Section 12112 provides the documents a person applying for initial Commission approval must submit to the Bureau. Subsection (

a) provides the application forms that are required to submit an application for licensure for either an employee category license or an owner category license.

Section 4 of both the Application for Employee Category License and Application for Owner Category License as proposed to be amended to remove version dates from the referenced Commission’s forms. Subsection (

b) provides the supplemental documents that are included with an application, as applicable. ● Paragraphs (1) through (5), inclusive, provide five of the Commission’s supplemental forms, including those for Business Entities, Individual Owner/Principals, Key Employees or TPPPS Supervisors, Trusts, and Commission Work Permits or TPPPS Workers. All five of these supplemental forms have been amended to add the Request for Copy of Personal Income or Fiduciary Return, FTB–3516C1, side 1–PIT or Request for Copy of Corporation, Exempt Organization, Partnership, or Limited Liability Company Return, FTB–3516C1, side 2–CORP, as appropriate, to the Additional Required Items list (which is either

Section 8, 9, or 11 depending on which supplemental form). Additionally, consistent with the changes discussed above, these forms have been amended to remove reference dates for Commission forms. ● Paragraph (7) provides the Spousal Information form. In

Section 4, the form includes a reference to the Request for Live Scan form, including the version date. As has been done with other supplemental forms, the revision date for the Request for Live Scan form has been repealed. ● Paragraph (8) provides the Request for Copy of Personal Income or Fiduciary Return, FTB– 3516C1, side 1–PIT. This form is maintained by the Franchise Tax Board and is required for the Bureau to request a copy of the applicant’s tax returns.

The form has been updated to the version dated 08/2015. ● Paragraph (9) provides the Request for Copy of Corporation, Exempt Organization, Partnership, or Limited Liability Company Return, FTB– 3516C1, side 2–CORP. This form is maintained by the Franchise Tax Board and is required for the Bureau to request a copy of the applicant’s tax returns. The form has been updated to the version dated 08/2015. Subsection (

d) provides for the fingerprint form that is required of the applicant. Paragraph (1) provides that if an applicant is a resident of the State of California they are required to submit a Request for Live Scan Service. This form is maintained by the Department of Justice and is required to be submitted to third– party live scan companies that is then forwarded to the Department of Justice for review. The form has been updated to the version dated 02/20. Amend 12114. Renewal License Applications; Required Forms.

Section 12114 provides the documents an applicant applying for a renewal of their Commission approval must submit to the Bureau. Subsection (

c) provides for the documents required for a complete application, as applicable. ● Paragraph (1) provides the application forms that are required to submit an application for licensure for either an employee category license or an owner category license.

Section 4 of both the Application for Employee Category License and Application for Owner Category License are proposed to be amended to remove version dates from the referenced Commission’s forms. ● Paragraph (4) provides for the fingerprint form that is required of the applicant. Subparagraph (

A) provides that if an applicant is a resident of the State of California they are required to submit

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 346 a Request for Live Scan Service. Consistent with the change discussed in

Section 12112(d), this form is updated to the most recent version. For more information on this change and why it is necessary, see

Section 12112(d). ● Paragraph (5) provides for the Spousal Information form. Consistent with the change discussed in

Section 12112(b)(7), this form has been updated. For more information on this change and why it is necessary, see

Section 12112(b)(7).

Chapter 8. Bingo.

Article 2. Manufacturers, Distributors, and Vendors of Bingo Equipment, Devices, Supplies, and Services. Amend 12492. Interim Licenses; Initial and Renewal; Conditions.

Section 12492 provides the process through which an applicant can apply for an initial or renewal interim license to manufacture, distribute, or provide remote caller bingo equipment, supplies, services or card– minding devices. Subsection (

d) provides the documents a person applying for initial Commission approval must submit to the Bureau. Paragraph (3) provides that an applicant is required to submit a Request for Live Scan Service. Consistent with the change discussed in

Section 12112(d), this form is updated to the most recent version. For more information on this change and why it is necessary, see

Section 12112(d). Subsection (

e) provides the documents an applicant applying for a renewal of their Commission approval must submit to the Bureau. Paragraph (3) provides that an applicant is required to submit a Request for Live Scan Service. Consistent with the change discussed in

Section 12112(d), this form is updated to the most recent version. For more information on this change and why it is necessary, see

Section 12112(d).

Article 10. Remote Caller Bingo Interim Licenses and Interim Work Permits. Amend 12500. Interim Licenses; Initial and Renewal; Conditions.

Section 12500 provides the process through which an applicant can apply for an initial or renewal interim license for a fiduciary or caller. Subsection (

c) provides the documents a person applying for initial Commission approval must submit to the Bureau. Paragraph (3) provides that an applicant is required to submit a Request for Live Scan Service. Consistent with the change discussed in

Section 12112(d), this form is updated to the most recent version. For more information on this change and why it is necessary, see

Section 12112(d). Amend 12503. Interim Work Permits; Initial and Renewal; Conditions.

Section 12503 provides the process through which an applicant can apply for an initial or renewal interim license for a remote caller bingo interim work permit. Subsection (

b) provides the documents a person applying for Commission approval must submit to the Bureau. Paragraph (3) provides that an applicant is required to submit a Request for Live Scan Service. Consistent with the change discussed in

Section 12112(d), this form is updated to the most recent version. For more information on this change and why it is necessary, see

Section 12112(d). CONSISTENCY OR COMPATIBILITY WITH EXISTING STATE REGULATIONS The Commission has evaluated this regulatory action and determined that the proposed regulations are neither inconsistent nor incompatible with any other existing state regulations. The proposed action is intended to ensure that the Commission’s regulations, in this case requiring the submittal or use of other agency’s forms, are consistent with those other agency’s updated requirements. COMPARABLE FEDERAL LAW There are no existing federal regulations or statutes comparable to the proposed regulations.

FISCAL IMPACT ESTIMATES Fiscal Impact on Public Agencies Including Costs or Savings to State Agencies or Costs/ Savings in Federal Funding to the State: There would be no fiscal impact on the Commission or to any state agencies, including costs or savings or costs/savings in Federal funding. Non–discretionary Cost or Savings Imposed Upon Local Agencies: None. Mandate Imposed on any Local Agency or School District for which

Part 7 (commencing with

section 17500) of Division 4 of the Government Code Requires Reimbursement: None. Cost to any Local Agency or School District for which

Part 7 (commencing with

section 17500) of Division 4 of the Government Code Requires Reimbursement: None. Effect on Housing Costs: None. Impact on Business: The Commission has made a determination that the proposed regulatory action would have no significant statewide adverse economic impact directly affecting business, including the ability of California businesses

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 347 to compete with businesses in other states. This determination is based on the following facts or evidence/documents/testimony: The basis for this determination is that this proposed action imposes no mandatory requirement on businesses or individuals and does not significantly change the Commission’s current practices and procedures. The proposed action only updates already required forms to their most recent versions.

Cost Impact on Representative Private Person or Business: The Commission is not aware of any cost impacts that a representative private person or business would necessarily incur in reasonable compliance with the proposed action. Effect on Small Business: The Commission has made a determination that the proposed regulatory action would have no significant impact on small businesses as the proposed action only updates current requirements to require other agency’s most recent forms versions.

RESULTS OF ECONOMIC IMPACT ASSESSMENT/ANALYSIS Impact on Jobs/New Businesses: The Commission has determined that this regulatory proposal will not have any impact on the creation of new jobs or businesses, the elimination of existing jobs or businesses, or the expansion of businesses in California. The basis for this determination is that this proposed action imposes no mandatory requirement on businesses or individuals and does not significantly change the Commission’s current practices and procedures. The proposed action only updates already required forms to their most recent versions.

Benefits of Proposed Regulation: This proposed action will have the benefit of providing clarity and consistency in the application process by helping to ensure that the Commission’s application requirements are consistent with the requirements of other state agencies and to ensure that licenses, approvals, and permits are not issued to, or held by, unqualified or disqualified persons, or by persons whose operations are conducted in a manner that is inimical to the public health, safety, or welfare.

CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVES The Commission must determine that no reasonable alternative considered by the Commission or that has otherwise been identified and brought to the attention of the Commission would be more effective in carrying out the purpose for which the action is proposed, would be as effective and less burdensome to affected private persons than the proposed action, or would be more cost–effective to affected private persons and equally effective in implementing the statutory policy or other provision of law.

INITIAL STATEMENT OF REASONS, INFORMATION AND TEXT OF PROPOSAL The Commission has prepared an Initial Statement of Reasons and the exact language for the proposed action and has available all the information upon which the proposal is based. Copies of the language and of the Initial Statement of Reasons, and all of the information upon which the proposal is based, may be obtained at the hearing or prior to the hearing upon request from the Commission at 2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220, Sacramento, CA 95833–4231.

A VAILABILITY AND LOCATION OF THE RULEMAKING FILE AND THE FINAL STATEMENT OF REASONS All the information upon which the proposed action is based is contained in the Rulemaking File that will be available for public inspection and copying at the Commission’s office throughout the rulemaking process. Arrangements for inspection and/or copying may be made by contacting the primary contact person named below. You may obtain a copy of the Final Statement of Reasons, once it has been prepared, by making a written request to one of the contact persons named below or by accessing the Commission’s website listed below.

CONTACT PERSONS All comments and inquiries concerning the substance of the proposed action should be directed to the following primary contact person: Joshua Rosenstein, Legislative and Regulatory Specialist Legislation and Regulatory Affairs Division California Gambling Control Commission 2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220, Sacramento, CA 95833–4231 Telephone: (916) 274–5823 Fax: (916) 263–0499 E–mail: jrosenstein@cgcc.ca.gov Requests for a copy of the Initial Statement of Reasons, proposed text of the regulation, modified text of the regulation, if any, or other technical information upon which the proposed action is based should be directed to the following backup contact person:

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 348 Alex Hunter, Legislative and Regulatory Specialist Legislation and Regulatory Affairs Division California Gambling Control Commission 2399 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 220, Sacramento, CA 95833–4231 Telephone: (916) 263–1301 Fax: (916) 263–0499 E–mail: ahunter@cgcc.ca.gov WEB SITE ACCESS Materials regarding this proposed action are also available on the Commission’s website at www.cgcc. ca.gov. TITLE 8. O CCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS BOARD Subchapter 4, Construction Safety Orders

Article 2,

Definitions,

Section 1504

Article 12, Pile Driving and Pile Extraction,

Section 1600

Article 15, Cranes and Derricks in Construction, Sections 1610, 1610.1, 1610.2, 1610.3, 1610.4, 1610.5, 1610.6, 1610.7, 1610.8, 1610.9, 1611, 1611.1, 1611.2, 1611.3, 1611.4, 1611.5, 1612, 1612.1, 1612.2, 1612.3, 1612.4, 1613, 1613.1, 1613.2, 1613.3, 1613.4, 1613.5, 1613.6, 1613.7, 1613.8, 1613.9, 1613.10, 1613.11, 1613.12, 1614, 1615, 1615.1, 1615.2, 1615.3, 1616, 1616.1, 1616.2, 1616.3, 1616.4, 1616.5, 1616.6, 1616.7, 1617, 1617.1, 1617.2, 1617.3, 1618, 1618.1, 1618.2, 1618.3, 1618.4, 1619, 1619.1, 1619.2, 1619.3, 1619.4, and 1619.5

Article 28, Miscellaneous Construction Tools and Equipment,

Section 1694 Subchapter 5, Electrical Safety Orders Group 2, High–Voltage Electrical Safety Orders

Article 37, Provisions for Preventing Accidents Due to Proximity to Overhead Lines,

Section 2946 Subchapter 7, General Industry Safety Orders Group 1, General Physical Conditions and Structures Orders,

Article 1,

Definitions,

Section 3207 Group 13, Cranes and Other Hoisting Equipment, New Sections 4880, 4881, 4883;

Section 4884; New

Section 4884.1;

Section 4885;

Article 93, Boom–Type Mobile Cranes,

Section 4924; New

Section 4928.1;

Article 94, Hydraulic Cranes and Excavators,

Section 4949;

Article 95, Derricks, New

Section 4959;

Section 4960; New Sections 4960.1, 4960.2, 4960.3, 4960.4;

Section 4961; and New

Section 4962.1;

Article 96, Tower Cranes,

Section 4965; New

Section 4965.1; Sections 4966, 4968; New Sections 4968.1, 4968.2; New

Article 97.1, Floating Cranes/Derricks and Land Cranes/Derricks on Barges, New Sections 4988.1, 4988.2, 4988.3, 4988.4, 4988.5, 4988.6, 4988.7, 4988.8;

Article 98, Operating Rules,

Section 4991; New

Section 4991.1; Sections 4994, 4999, 5001; New Sections 5001.1, 5001.2, 5001.3;

Section 5002; New Sections 5003.1, 5003.2, 5003.3, 5003.4; Sections 5004, 5005, 5006.1; New

Section 5006.2;

Section 5008; New Sections 5008.1, 5010, 5010.1, 5010.2, 5010.3, 5010.4, 5011, 5012; New

Article 98.1, Safety Devices and Operational Aids, New Sections 5017, 5018;

Article 99, Testing,

Section 5022;

Article 100, Inspection and Maintenance,

Section 5031; New Sections 5031.1, 5031.2, 5031.3, 5033.1, 5036, 5037 Group 26,

Article 153, Commercial Diving Operations,

Section 6060 PROPOSAL TO CONSOLIDATE CONSTRUCTION SAFETY ORDERS,

ARTICLE 15 (CRANES AND DERRICKS IN CONSTRUCTION), INTO GENERAL INDUSTRY SAFETY ORDERS, GROUP 13 (CRANES AND OTHER HOISTING EQUIPMENT) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (Board) proposes to adopt, amend or repeal the foregoing provisions of Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations in the manner described in the Informative Digest, below. PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with Executive Order N–29–20 and Executive Order N–33–20 , the May Board Meeting will be conducted via teleconference.

The Board will hold a public hearing starting at 10:00 a.m. on May 20, 2021 via the following: ● V ideo–conference at www.webex.com (meeting ID 268 984 996) ● T eleconference at (844) 992–4726 (Access code 268 984 996) ● L ive video stream and audio stream (English and Spanish) at https://videobookcase.com/california/ oshsb/ At this public hearing, any person may present statements or arguments orally or in writing relevant to the proposed action described in the Informative Digest.

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 349 WRITTEN COMMENT PERIOD Any interested person may present statements or arguments orally or in writing at the hearing on the proposed changes under consideration. The written comment period commences on April 2, 2021 and closes at 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2021. Comments received after that deadline will not be considered by the Board unless the Board announces an extension of time in which to submit written comments.

Written comments are to be submitted as follows: By mail to Sarah Money, Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board, 2520 Venture Oaks Way, Suite 350, Sacramento, CA 95833; or By fax at (916) 274–5743; or By e–mail sent to oshsb@dir.ca.gov. AUTHORITY AND REFERENCE Labor Code

Section 142.3 establishes the Board as the only agency in the State authorized to adopt occupational safety and health standards. In addition, Labor Code

Section 142.3 requires the adoption of occupational and health standards that are at least as effective as federal occupational safety and health standards. INFORMATIVE DIGEST OF PROPOSED ACTION/POLICY STATEMENT OVERVIEW Prior to July 7, 2011, all Title 8 crane standards resided in the General Industry Safety Orders (GISO); however, a federal negotiated rulemaking for cranes and derricks, referred to in the industry as CDAC, promulgated standards specific for cranes and derricks in construction (29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC). The Board initially intended to consolidate these standards into the GISO using an accelerated Horcher rulemaking process, pursuant to Labor Code

Section 142.3(a)(3), which permits expedited adoption of federal standards where proposed state standards are substantially the same. However, because of general industry concerns about potential “over–reach” by using the Horcher process to consolidate federal construction standards into the GISO and because of federal time constraints on adopting the standard, the CDAC rules were placed in CCR Title 8 Construction Safety Orders (CSO) in 2011.

Since that time, the Board has received numerous comments from stakeholders that it would make sense to consolidate all the crane safety orders into a single location to provide “one stop shopping,” the logic being that a crane, particularly a mobile crane, can work on construction and general industry– type projects in the same day. This proposal is to consolidate the CSO crane safety orders into the GISO to simplify access with unified crane standards.

Since both the CSO and the GISO are based on ASME B30 standards, the consolidation is expected to have little regulatory impact on General Industry, and exceptions are proposed for the limited cases where the CDAC standards would impose new requirements on cranes used solely in general industry. Due to the size of the proposal, it was divided into several smaller portions for Advisory Committee (AC) review. Each AC consisted of stakeholders from labor, management, manufacturers, crane certifiers, safety experts, and the Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).

The end product contains AC–recommended revisions and clarifications based on their input. This proposed rulemaking action is not inconsistent or incompatible with existing state regulations. This proposal is part of a system of occupational safety and health regulations.

The consistency and compatibility of that system’s component regulations is provided by such things as: (1) the requirement of the federal government and the Labor Code to the effect that the State regulations be at least as effective as their federal counterparts, and (2) the requirement that all state occupational safety and health rulemaking be channeled through a single entity (the Standards Board).

Since this rulemaking consolidates existing CSO standards for cranes and derricks into the GISO, and since those rules were largely based on the federal rules for cranes and derricks in construction, the consolidation maintains conformity with corresponding federal standards. The only departures may be that in some cases, by virtue of consolidating the CSO into the GISO, the state standards will be more protective than the federal standards since some of the federal standards are found only in 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (for construction) and not in 29 CFR 1910 (for general industry).

However, the consolidation was reviewed with industry stakeholders at a number of AC meetings (four plus one subcommittee) convened during 2014 and 2015, and the AC consensus was that differences would not be burdensome or onerous. It should be noted this rulemaking also includes the Federal Operator and Certification for Construction amendments which were promulgated on November 9, 2018, as 29 Code of Federal Regulations,

Part 1926, Subpart CC, Sections 1926.1427 and 1926.1430(

c) adopted by the Board on February 20, 2020, via the Horcher process. These amendments consist of, but were not limited to, verbatim federal language having to do with certifying crane operators including requirements for physical examination, introduction of term licensure, written formal testing and a practical hands on examination, training and retraining, evaluation and operator assessment. These

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 350 requirements became effective in California on April 6, 2020, and as stated earlier are included as part of this proposal. Anticipated Benefits This consolidation of Crane Safety Orders for cranes and derricks from the CSO into the GISO standards for cranes and derricks was requested by Standards Board members as the result of requests from management, labor and interested parties in the crane industry. Cranes used in construction often are mobile or they can be disassembled, moved and reassembled.

In the case of mobile cranes this can sometimes occur in the same day. Due to the itinerant nature of many crane types, they can be used in both construction and general industry settings, exposing them to dual, sometimes inconsistent, standards under the current CSO/GISO arrangement where the standards overlap, but have not generally been coordinated. The crane industry therefore favors consolidated crane standards to eliminate overlapping and conflicting standards.

Coherent and coordinated standards will also benefit workers who find themselves working in differing industries, subject to different standards, due to the mobile/transient nature of the cranes and equipment they work on. This proposed rulemaking action contains numerous nonsubstantive, editorial, reformatting, and grammatical revisions. These nonsubstantive revisions are not all discussed in this Informative Digest. However, these proposed revisions are clearly indicated in the regulatory text in underline and strikeout format.

In addition to these nonsubstantive revisions, the following actions are proposed: The specific changes are as follows: Construction Safety Orders

Article 2.

Definitions

Section 1504.

Definitions.

Section 1504 defines terms applicable to the CSO. It is proposed to add a definition for “Dedicated Pile Driver” using the same definition as will be used for GISO

Section 3207 (Definitions). The definition for both the CSO and GISO is based on federal standard 1926.10, and the term “dedicated pile driver” will be used in new amendments to both safety orders. The effect of this action will be to enable consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. CSO

Article 12. Pile Driving and Pile Extraction

Section 1600. Pile Driving. Subsection (g): The cross–reference in existing

Section 1600(g)(1)(

B) to CSO

Article 15,

Section 1616.6(

p) will be changed to GISO Group 13,

Section 5004(

p) where the existing corresponding provisions will be relocated. This is necessary because all CSO

Article 15 requirements, with the exception of

Section 1619.4 (which will be renumbered to 1610) and

Section 1619.5 (which will be relocated to subsection (u) – see below), are being consolidated into GISO Group 13. Subsection (u): This new subsection will contain provisions being relocated from

Section 1619.5. The effect of these modifications is to clarify the application of GISO Group 13 to cranes used as pile drivers. CSO

Article 15. Cranes and Derricks in Construction Section/header 1610. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1610 series of general requirement standards. All 1610 series standards will be repealed and relocated to GISO Group 13 except as indicated below.

Section 1610 will be re–allocated to the contents of

Section 1619.4, which will be relocated here due to the vacation of this

section number and the relocation of other CSO

Article 15 standards to GISO Group 13. See

Section 1619.4 for an explanation of changes made in relocating

Section 1619.4 to

Section 1610. The effect of these modifications will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.1. Scope. This

section currently specifies the application of, and exclusions from,

Article 15, and the effective date for CSO

Article 15, the date when federal standards for cranes and derricks in construction became effective in California. It is proposed to relocate

Section 1610.1 to

Section 4880 with revisions and clarifications based on AC input. The consolidation will obviate the need for

Section 1610.1(g), effective date. The effect of these revisions will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.2. Design Standards. This

section currently lists reference national consensus design standards for cranes and derricks in construction. Those manufactured prior to July 7, 2011, are required to be designed, constructed and installed in accordance with the applicable standards of General Industry Safety Orders,

Section 4884. Those manufactured on or after July 7, 2011, the effective date for

Article 15, were to be designed, constructed and installed in accordance with the applicable standards listed in

Section 1610.2(b). The need for subsection (

c) which adds that all electrically powered cranes and derricks must comply with the Electrical Safety Orders will be obviated by the consolidation since this subsection was copied from GISO,

Section 4884(g).

Section 1610.2 will be relocated to GISO

Section 4884 and be incorporated as subsection (d).

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 351 The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.3.

Definitions. This

section currently contains

definitions for terms used in CSO

Article 15. These

definitions will be moved to and harmonized with those in GISO

Section 4885. Some of the

definitions have been modified based on AC input. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.4. Design, Construction and Testing. This

section currently lists design, construction and testing requirements from national consensus standards that are applicable to equipment having a rated hoisting/lifting capacity of more than 2,000 pounds. This

section also prescribes requirements for prototype and proof load testing, load charts and related information, hooks, hook and ball assemblies, posted warnings, cabs, equipment guarding, and the like. The disposition of CSO

Section 1610.4 subsections in the GISO is proposed as follows: Subsections (

a) and (

b) are covered by B30.5 standards incorporated by reference in

Section 4884(c) (1) and (d). Subsection (c) [prototype testing as prescribed by 29 CFR 1926.1433(c), which in turn is derived from ASME B30 standards] is relocated to

Section 4884(j). Subsection (

d) equivalent requirements are found in GISO

Article 92 for cranes (except boom type mobile),

Article 93 for boom–type mobile, and

Article 96 for tower cranes. Each

article contains crane type–specific requirements, thus it was not necessary to repeat them as a new

section in the GISO. Subsection (

e) requirements are verified using frequent inspections as prescribed in

Section 5031. Subsection (

f) is no longer needed since it refers to GISO

Section 5022. The effect of these relocations will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.5. Ground Conditions. This

section currently contains requirements for ground preparation and support material as may be necessary to provide conditions meeting the equipment manufacturer’s specifications for adequate support and degree of level for the equipment. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to GISO

Section 4991.1. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.6. Equipment Modifications. This

section currently contains requirements for review and approval of modifications or additions that affect the capacity or safe operation of the equipment. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to GISO

Section 4884.1 with AC–recommended modifications. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.7. Fall Protection. This

section currently contains fall protection requirements for assembly/disassembly and work on specific crane types. In general, these provisions supplement and clarify fall protection requirements found elsewhere in the safety orders. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to GISO

Section 5011. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.8. Equipment with a Rated Hoisting/ Lifting Capacity of 2,000 Pounds or Less. This

section currently specifies which requirements of

Article 15 apply for equipment with a maximum rated hoisting/lifting capacity of 2,000 pounds or less. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to

Section 4883 (using corresponding requirements from Group 13) and to specify that they only apply to equipment used in construction since the federal standard from which they come only applies to construction. Thus, the requirements of this

section will be limited to construction. The effect of these relocations will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1610.9. Equipment over Three Tons Rated Capacity. This

section currently prescribes requirements for examining, testing, and certifying cranes and derricks over 3 tons rated capacity. It is proposed to repeal

Section 1610.9 since these requirements are exactly the same as those found in GISO

Section 5021. The effect of this deletion will be to avoid duplication with GISO Group 13. Section/header 1611. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1611 series of assembly/disassembly standards. All 1611 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these modifications will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1611.1. Assembly/Disassembly — Selection of Manufacturer or Employer Procedures. This

section currently lists two options for requirements to be followed when assembling or disassembling equipment (or attachments); applicable manufacturer procedures unless it can be demonstrated that employer procedures satisfy specific requirements of

Section 1611.4. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to GISO

Section 5010 with a cross–reference to

Section 5010.3 in place of the cross–reference to

Section 1611.4. The note regarding synthetic slings will not be carried forward as requirements for all types of slings are

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 352 already covered in

Section 5010.1. The effect of these modifications will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1611.2. Assembly/Disassembly — General Requirements (Applies to All Assembly and Disassembly Operations). This

section currently lists general requirements for assembly/disassembly operations including, but not limited to, supervisor qualifications, crew instructions and protection, site and ground conditions, pick requirements, outriggers, blocking and rigging. GISO currently covers these requirements broadly under the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) (Section 3203) and Lockout/Tagout (Section 3314). However, the federal standards upon which this

section is based [29 CFR 1926.1404] are more descriptive, thus it is proposed to relocate these requirements to GISO

Section 5010.1 for equivalency. The effect of these modifications will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1611.3. Disassembly — Additional Requirements for Dismantling of Booms and Jibs (Applies to Both the Use of Manufacturer Procedures and Employer Procedures). This

section currently contains requirements regarding removal of pins during dismantling or changing the length of booms and jibs. These requirements are applicable to both manufacturer and employer dismantling procedures. GISO currently covers these requirements broadly under the IIPP (Section 3203) and Lockout/Tagout (Section 3314). However, the federal standards upon which this

section is based [29 CFR 1926.1405] are more descriptive, thus it is proposed to relocate these requirements to GISO

Section 5010.2 for equivalency. The effect of these modifications will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1611.4. Assembly/Disassembly — Employer Procedures — General Requirements. This

section currently contains requirements when using employer procedures for assembly and disassembly, such as preventing unintended dangerous movement, providing adequate support and stability, protecting employees and providing qualified supervision. GISO currently covers these requirements broadly under the IIPP (Section 3203) and Lockout/Tagout (Section 3314). However, the federal standards upon which this

section is based [29 CFR 1926.1406] are more descriptive, thus it is proposed to relocate these requirements to

Section 5010.3 for equivalency. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1611.5. Power Line Safety (Up to 350 kV) — Assembly and Disassembly. This

section specifies provisions to be followed when assembling or disassembling equipment within 20 feet of a power line (up to 350 kV). Subsection (

a) lists 3 options when assembling or disassembling equipment within 20 feet of a power line. Subsection (

b) prescribes requirements for preventing encroachment and electrocution. Subsection (

c) prohibits assembly/ disassembly below power lines. Subsection (

d) generally prohibits assembly/disassembly inside Table A clearances. Subsection (

e) prescribes obtaining voltage information. Subsection (

f) generally requires that lines be assumed to be energized and subsection (

g) prescribes the posting of warnings. Although these requirements are broadly covered in the High–Voltage Electrical Safety Orders (HVESO), the federal standards are more descriptive, thus it is proposed to relocate these requirements to

Section 5010.4 for equivalency. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. Section/header 1612. Power Line Safety. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1612 series of standards regarding operations in the vicinity of power lines. All 1612 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these relocations will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1612.1. Power Line Safety (Up to 350 kV) — Equipment Operations. This

section specifies precautions to be taken before operating equipment within 20 feet of a power line (up to 350 kV). Subsection (

a) lists 3 options when equipment operations could potentially be within 20 feet of a power line. Subsection (

b) prescribes requirements for preventing encroachment and electrocution. Subsection (

c) prescribes requirements for obtaining voltage information. Subsection (

d) generally prohibits work below power lines with only limited exceptions. Subsection (

e) generally requires lines to be assumed to be energized unless the utility owner/operator confirms that the power line has been deenergized and it is visibly grounded at the worksite. Subsection (

f) contains provisions for work near transmitter/communication towers. Subsection (

g) prescribes training requirements and subsection (

h) contains provisions for the use of safety devices

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 353 and operational aids designed to prevent power line contact or electrocution. These standards were reviewed and clarified based on AC discussions and recommendations. The resultant have been relocated to

Section 5003.1. The effect of these modifications and relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1612.2. Power Line Safety (Over 350 kV). This

section modifies the requirements of Sections 1611.5 and 1612.1 for power lines over 350 kV. It is proposed to repeal and relocate this

section to

Section 5003.2. These provisions harmonize with HVESO

Section 2946. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1612.3. Power Line Safety (All Voltages) —Equipment Operations Closer Than the Table A Zone. This

section prescribes that equipment operations in which any part of the equipment will be closer than the minimum approach distance under Table A is prohibited. It also, with a limited exception, prohibits the operation, erection, machinery or handling of tools, etc., over energized overhead high–voltage lines. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to

Section 5003.3 with an exception added for consistency with HVESO

Section 2946(b)(1). The effect of the clarifications and relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1612.4. Power Line Safety — While Traveling Under or Near Power Lines with No Load. This

section establishes procedures and criteria for equipment traveling under or near a power line on a construction site with no load. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to

Section 5003.4. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. Section/header 1613. Inspections. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1613 series of standards regarding equipment inspections and repair. All 1613 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these relocations will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.1. Inspections — Modified Equipment. Subsection (

a) and (

b) currently require inspection for equipment that has had modifications or additions which affect safe operation. Subsection (

c) requires proof load testing in the case of major modifications or repairs to important structural components. It is proposed to relocate the provisions of subsections (

a) and (

b) to

Section 5031.2 with clarifications recommended by the AC. Subsection (

c) is already covered by GISO

Section 5022 and thus can be rescinded as part of the consolidation. The effect of the rescission and relocations will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.2. Inspections — Repaired/Adjusted Equipment. This

section provides that equipment that has had a repair or adjustment that relates to safe operation (such as a repair or adjustment to a safety device or operator aid, or to a critical system, hook, or in–use operating mechanism), shall be inspected by a qualified person after completion of the repair or adjustment and prior to initial use. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to new

Section 5031.3. The effect of this relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.3. Inspections — Post–Assembly. This

section requires equipment to be inspected by a qualified person or certificating agency upon completion of assembly and before use to assure that it is properly configured. These provisions are included within the provisions of GISO 5022. However, per AC input the CSO text has been modified to clarify that modifications may not degrade below the manufacturer’s specs and to differentiate between modifications and maintenance. The resultant has been relocated to

Section 5031.1. The effect of the modification and relocation will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.4. Inspections — Each Shift. This

section currently requires that a qualified person inspect the crane’s or derrick’s controls, rigging and operating mechanism prior to the first operation on any work shift for apparent deficiencies. Taking apart equipment components and booming down is not normally required unless warranted by results of the inspection or trial operation. Any unsafe conditions disclosed are to be corrected promptly. These requirements are already covered broadly in GISO

Section 5031(

a) and (b); however, they will be clarified with more descriptive federal requirements as indicated. The effect of the relocation with minor revisions will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.5. Inspections — Periodic. This

section prescribes the frequency of and requirements for periodic (quarterly) inspections. The periodic inspection shall include the items included in the shift inspection plus additional items listed in this section. These requirements are mostly already covered in

Section 5031(c); however, they will be supplemented with the CSO requirements as indicated. The effect of the relocation with minor revisions will

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Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.6. Inspections — Annual/ Comprehensive. This

section requires equipment to be inspected at least annually by a certificating agency. Disassembly is required as necessary to complete the inspection; however, whenever it is practical and advisable to avoid disassembly of equipment, examination of structure or parts by nondestructive methods may be carried out.

Section 1613.6 includes an extensive list of items to be inspected. Most of the inspection items are already listed in Sections 5031(

d) and 5022(d); however, some minor modification of the GISO sections have been made as recommended by AC input. The effect of the relocation with revisions will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.7. Inspections — Severe Service. This

section requires that where the severity of use/conditions is such that there is a reasonable probability of damage or excessive wear, the employer shall stop using the equipment and a qualified person shall inspect the equipment for structural damage to determine if the equipment can continue to be used safely. Remedial procedures are specified if a deficiency is found. GISO Sections 5031(

a) and 5035 provide equivalent protection, thus this

section will be rescinded. The effect of this rescission will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.8. Inspections — Equipment Not in Regular Use. This

section requires equipment that has been idle for 3 months or more to be inspected in accordance with the requirements of

Section 1613.5 (Inspections – Periodic) before initial use. It is proposed to relocate this

section to GISO

Section 5031(g). The effect of the relocation is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.9. Inspections — General. This

section provides that any part of a manufacturer’s procedures regarding inspections related to safe operation (such as to a safety device, operational aid, critical part of a control system, power plant, braking system, load–sustaining structural components, load hook, or in–use operating mechanism) that is more comprehensive or has a more frequent

schedule of inspection than the requirements of

Article 15 is to be followed. It is proposed to relocate this requirement to

Section 5031(e). Subsection (

b) requirements for record keeping are covered by

Section 5031(c)(3) and (d)(5). The effect of the relocation is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.10. Inspections — Wire Rope. This

section contains requirements for shift, monthly and annual/comprehensive inspections for wire rope, actions to be taken for deficiencies discovered and requirements for removal from service. Requirements for daily inspections are covered by GISO

Section 5031(

a) and (b). More protective requirements for periodic and annual/comprehensive inspections for cranes in construction, including deficiencies and removal from service are relocated to

Section 5036. The effect of the relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.11. Repairs. This

section refers to GISO

Section 5034(

e) and (

f) for repairs to load sustaining members and other critical crane and derrick parts. Since CSO requirements are proposed to be consolidated into the GISO, this

section can be deleted. The effect of this deletion is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1613.12. Damaged Booms. This

section refers to GISO

Section 5035 for repairs to boom sections or boom suspension components that have been damaged. Since CSO requirements are proposed to be consolidated into the GISO, this

section can be deleted. The effect of this deletion is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1614. Wire Rope — Selection and Installation Criteria.

Section 1614 will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below. Subsection (

a) contains general requirements for wire rope selection and installation. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 5037(a). Subsection (

b) contains wire rope design criteria. These criteria are covered by GISO

Section 4884. Subsection (

c) requires the wire rope to be compatible with safe functioning of the equipment. This requirement will be covered by

Section 5037(b). Subsection (

d) contains requirements for boom hoist reeving. These requirements will be covered by

Section 4884 under the consolidation. Subsection (

e) contains requirements and limitations on the use of rotation resistant ropes. These requirements were revised per AC review and will be located at

Section 5037(c). Subsections (f)–(

h) cover aspects of wire rope terminations and they will be covered by

Section 5037(

d) in the consolidation. The effect of these relocations and revisions is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13.

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 355 Section/header 1615. Safety Devices. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1615 series of standards regarding equipment safety devices. All 1615 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1615.1. Safety Devices. This

section lists equipment safety devices and requirements for proper operation. Based on AC review and input, several devices currently listed as “operational aids” in the federal standards will be reclassified as safety devices as part of the consolidation. All these requirements will be found in

Section 5017 in the consolidation. The effect of the relocation and reclassification is to provide safety equivalent to current practice in California and to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1615.2. Operational Aids. This

section lists operational aids and requirements for their maintenance and functioning. As noted above, per AC input, some devices currently listed as “operational aids” in the federal standards are being reclassified as “safety devices” in

Section 5017 as part of the consolidation. The remaining operational aids will be relocated to

Section 5018. The effect of these relocations will be to provide safety equivalent to current practice in California and to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1615.3. Rigging Equipment for Material Handling. Subsection (

a) contains general requirements for marking and safe practices for use of rigging equipment. These requirements are already covered in GISO

Section 5042(a)(4) and (15). Subsections (

b) and (

c) contain requirements for wire rope slings. Subsection (

b) requirements are covered by

Section 5042(a)(4) and subsection (

c) requirements are covered by

Section 5045 (g)(1). Subsection (

d) contains requirements for shackles. These requirements are already covered in GISO

Section 5049(g). The effect of these deletions and relocations to the GISO will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. Section/header 1616. Operations. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1616 series of standards regarding equipment operations. All 1616 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.1. Operation. Subsections (a)–(

c) prescribe requirements for manuals, operating procedures, load charts and the like. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 5008.1(a), (

b) and (d). Subsections (

d) and (

e) prescribe operator duties. The requirements of subsection (

d) will be relocated to GISO

Section 5008.1(c). Subsection (

e) is already covered by GISO

Section 5008(e). Subsection (

c) is covered by

Section 4965(

b) and (c). Subsection (

f) prescribes precautions to be taken when a load is to remain suspended for a considerable time. This provision will be covered by GISO

Section 4999(

i) as revised. Subsection (

g) prescribes tag–out procedures. These provisions will be relocated to GISO

Section 5008.1(e). Subsection (

h) describes precautions to be taken before starting the engine. These precautions are already covered in GISO

Section 5008(f). Subsection (

i) describes when steps must be taken to secure the crane in the event of a storm warning. This requirement will be relocated to GISO

Section 5008.1(f ). Subsection (

j) describes notification procedures when equipment adjustments or repairs are necessary. These requirements will be relocated to GISO

Section 5008.1(g). Subsection (

k) states that safety devices and operational aids shall not be used as a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment by the operator. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 5008.1(h). Subsection (

l) prescribes steps to be taken if a slack rope condition requiring re–spooling of the rope occurs. This requirement is already covered by GISO

Section 4999(e)(4). Subsection (

m) requires a competent person to adjust the equipment and/or operations to address the effect of wind, ice, and snow on equipment stability and rated capacity. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 5008.1(i). Subsection (

n) states that equipment shall not be operated in excess of its rated capacity, and lists measures to be taken to prevent overloading. This requirement will be relocated to GISO

Section 4999(b) (1). Subsection (

o) states that the load, boom, or other parts of the equipment shall not contact any obstruction in a way which could cause falling material or damage to the boom. This provision is already covered by GISO

Section 4999(f). Subsection (

p) limits side–loading of booms. This requirement is already covered by GISO

Section 4999(g). Subsection (

q) provides that on wheel–mounted equipment, loads shall not be lifted over the front area, except as permitted by the manufacturer. This

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Section 4999(

k) as modified per AC input. Subsection (

r) provides that the brakes shall be tested each time a load is 90% or more of the rated load by raising the load a few inches and applying the brakes. It also provides an exception for duty–cycle or repetitive lifts. This requirement will be covered by GISO

Section 4994(

c) as amended per AC input. Subsection (

s) provides that the load or the boom shall not be lowered below the point where less than two full wraps of rope remain on grooved drums and three full wraps on ungrooved drums. This requirement is covered by

Section 4994(d). Subsection (

t) contains provisions for travel of cranes or boom–type excavators. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4991(

c) and (

d) with clarifications recommended by the AC. Subsection (

u) requires that when rotating the crane, sudden stops shall be avoided and rotational speed shall be such that the load does not swing out beyond the radius at which it can be safely controlled. These requirements are already covered by

Section 4993(a). Subsection (

v) provides that a tag or restraint line shall be used if necessary to prevent hazardous rotation of the load. This requirement is already covered by

Section 4993(b). Subsection (

w) provides that brakes shall be adjusted in accordance with manufacturer procedures to prevent unintended movement. This requirement is already covered by

Section 5034(d). Subsection (

x) requires that the rigger be trained and capable of safely performing the rigging operation. This requirement is already covered by

Section 4999(a). Subsection (

y) contains provisions for swinging locomotive cranes. These requirements are already covered by

Section 4993(d). Subsection (

z) contains requirements for counterweights and ballast. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 5008.1(j). Subsection (aa) is a printing error. Subsection (aa) is covered by Group 13,

Article 101. The effect of all these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.2. Authority to Stop Operation. This

section gives the operator authority to stop the lift whenever there is a concern as to safety, until a qualified person has determined that it is safe to proceed. It is proposed to delete this

section as it will now be covered under

Section 5008(

c) as revised. The effect of this relocation is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.3. Work Area Control. This

section prescribes requirements for protecting employees from swing radius hazards. It is proposed to delete this

section as it is covered in the GISO by

Section 4993.1. The effect of this deletion is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.4. Overhead Loads. This

section prescribes means and methods for preventing exposure or protecting employees whose work requires them to work where potentially exposed to overhead loads (such as when hooking/unhooking, and guiding suspended loads). It also contains requirements for tilt–up operations. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to

Section 5002 with revisions to include these requirements. The effect of this relocation is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.5. Free–Fall and Controlled Load Lowering. Subsections (

a) and (b): (

a) Lists conditions where boom free–fall (live boom) is prohibited; (

b) prescribes requirements for preventing boom free–fall. These provisions are proposed to be relocated to

Section 4928.1(

a) and (b). Subsection (

c) requires that hydraulic telescoping booms shall have an integrally mounted holding device to prevent the boom from retracting in the event of hydraulic failure. This subsection is covered by

Section 4949(

d) in the GISO. Subsection (

d) lists conditions under which controlled load lowering is required and load line free–fall is prohibited. This subsection is proposed to be relocated to

Section 4928.1(c). The effect of all these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.6. Hoisting Personnel. Introduction and subsection (

a) prohibit the use of equipment to hoist employees except where it can be demonstrated that the erection, use, and dismantling of conventional means of reaching the work area, would be more hazardous, or is not possible because of worksite conditions. This subsection does not apply to work covered by CSO

Section 1710, Steel Erection. These provisions are covered in the GISO by

Section 5004(

a) and (c). Subsection (

b) details limitations on the use of personnel platforms. These limitations have been relocated to GISO

Section 5004, new subsection (k) (10). Subsection (

c) lists requirements for leveling, and stabilization for lifting equipment set–up. These requirements will be covered in the GISO by

Section 5004(d)(4) as revised. Subsection (d)(1)–(d)(3) prescribes capacity limitations. These requirements will be covered by GISO

Section 5004(d)(5) as revised. Subsection (d)(4) prescribes braking requirements when the platform is in a stationary working position.

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 357 These requirements will be covered by

Section 5004(d) (3) as revised. Subsection (d)(5) lists required safety devices when using suspended personnel platforms. These requirements will be covered by

Section 5004(

e) as revised. Subsections (e)(1)–(e)(4) contain provisions for design and attachment of the personnel platform. These requirements are covered by

Section 5004(f) (1)–(f)(3) with new subsection (f)(4). Subsection (e)(5) prescribes qualifications for welded construction of the platform. These requirements are covered by

Section 5004(g)(8). Subsections (e)(6)–(e)(8) contain design requirements for platform guardrails, grab rails and gates. These requirements are covered by Sections 5004(f)(3) and (g)(1)–(g)(4). Subsections (e)(9)–(e)(10) prescribe headroom and head protection for workers. These requirements are covered by Sections 5004(g)(5) and (g)(6). Subsection (e)(11) requires that edges exposed to employee contact shall be smooth enough to prevent injury. This requirement is covered by

Section 5004(g) (7). Subsection (e)(12) requires that the platform weight and capacity shall be conspicuously posted on the platform. This requirement is covered by

Section 5004(g)(9). Subsection (

f) limits platform loading to employees, their tools, and the materials necessary to do their work. It further prohibits platforms from being used to hoist materials or tools when not hoisting personnel, and requires that materials and tools be secured and evenly distributed. These requirements are covered by

Section 5004(h). Subsection (

g) contains requirements for hooks, shackles and other detachable devices, bridles, slings and other rigging hardware used for connection between the hoist line and the personnel platform. These requirements are covered by

Section 5004(

i) as revised. Subsection (

h) specifies when trial lifts are required, and the components and procedures to be followed in conducting a trial lift. These requirements will be covered by

Section 5004(

j) as revised. Subsection (

i) is not used. Subsection (

j) describes proof testing of the platform. These requirements are covered by

Section 5004(j)(6). Subsection (k)(1) describes practices for hoisting the personnel platform. These practices are covered by

Section 5004(d)(1). Subsections (k)(2)–(k)(6) describe platform work practices. These practices are covered by

Section 5004(k)(1)–(k)(4) as revised. Subsection (k)(7) describes requirements for platforms with controls. This

section will be deleted in the consolidation per AC recommendation for safety reasons. Subsection (k)(8) requires hoisting of employees to be discontinued upon indication of any dangerous weather conditions or other impending danger. It is proposed to relocate this requirement to

Section 5004(k)(5) as revised. Subsection (k)(9) requires employees being hoisted to be in direct communication with the signal person or the operator. This provision is covered by

Section 5004(k)(6). Subsection (k)(10) requires the use a fall arrest system when working on a personnel platform. This provision is covered by

Section 5004(k)(7). Subsection (k)(11) prohibits lifts on any other of the equipment’s load lines while personnel are being hoisted. This requirement is covered by

Section 5004(k)(8). Subsections (k)(12) and (k)(13) list restrictions on travel while hoisting employees. These restrictions are covered by

Section 5004(

l) as revised. Subsection (

l) is not used. Subsection (

m) contains pre–lift meeting requirements. These requirements are covered by

Section 5004(m). Subsection (

n) p r e s c r i b e s cle a r a n c e s t o b e m a i nt a i n e d when hoisting personnel near power lines. These prescriptions will be relocated to

Section 5004(n). Subsection (

o) contains requirements to be followed when hoisting personnel in drill shafts. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 5004(o). Subsection (

p) contains requirements to be followed when hoisting personnel for pile driving operations. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to

Section 5004(

p) with AC recommended revisions and clarifications. Subsection (

q) is not used. Subsection (

r) contains requirements for hoisting personnel for marine transfer. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to

Section 5004(r). Subsection (

s) contains requirements when hoisting personnel for storage–tank, shaft and chimney operations. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to

Section 5004(s). The effect of all these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1616.7. Multiple–Crane/Derrick Lifts — Supplemental Requirements. This

section contains provisions for planning and coordinating multiple–crane/derrick lifts. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to new

Section 4994(f). The effect of the relocation is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. Section/Header 1617. Signals. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1617 series of standards regarding signals. All

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 358 1617 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these actions is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1617.1. Signals — General Requirements. Subsections (a)–(

d) prescribe when a signal person is required, their qualifications, and types of signals. These provisions will be covered by

Section 5001(a), (

c) and (

d) as revised. Subsections (e)–(

g) list requirements for signal suitability, continuity of communication, and emergency stopping procedures. These provisions will be relocated to

Section 5001(g)–(i). Subsection (

h) provides that only one person shall give signals to a crane or derrick at a time. This requirement is already covered by

Section 5008(b). Subsection (

i) is not used. Subsections (j)–(

k) prescribe conventions to be used by the signal person in communicating with the crane/derrick operator(s). These requirements will be relocated to

Section 5001(j)–(k). The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1617.2. Signals — Radio, Telephone or Other Electronic Transmission of Signals. This

section contains requirements for testing, dedicated channels, hands–free reception by the operator and procedures to be followed in the event of interruption. It is proposed to relocate these requirements to new

Section 5001.1. The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1617.3. Signals — Voice Signals — Additional Requirements. This

section requires the operator, signal person and lift director, to contact each other prior to beginning operations and agree on the voice signals that will be used. It also prescribes three elements of each signal and requires that the parties be able to communicate effectively in the language to be used. These requirements will be relocated to new

Section 5001.2. The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. Section/Header 1618. Qualification and Training. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1618 series of standards regarding qualification and training. All 1618 series standards will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this

section and header will be vacated. The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1618.1. Operator training, certification and evaluation. Subsection (

a) requires the employer to ensure that, prior to operating any covered equipment, the operator is either under supervised training, or they are trained, certified/licensed, and evaluated to operate the equipment in accordance with one of two listed options. The training requirement is covered by GISO Sections 3203(a)(7) and 5006.2(a). The requirement for certification is covered by

Section 5006.2(a). Subsection (a)(1) provides criteria under which a non–military government entity may issue operator licenses. Under this option, the operator will only be licensed for operation of equipment within that entity’s jurisdiction. This provision will be covered by

Section 5006.2(e), new Exception (2)(C). Subsection (a)(2) provides that where subsection (a) (1) does not apply, the operator shall be certified by an accredited crane operator certifying entity. This requirement will be covered by

Section 5006.1(a)–(c). Subsection (a)(3) requires the employer to provide certification or licensure (where required) at no cost to the employee. This requirement is covered by

Section 3203(a)(7). Subsection (

b) makes provision for an employee who is not yet qualified or certified to be able to operate equipment as an operator–in–training. This provision will be covered by

Section 5006.2(

b) as revised. Subsection (

c) describes operator certification and licensing requiring the employer to ensure each operator is certified and licensed in accordance with subsection (

d) or (

e) of this section. This provision will be covered by

Section 5006.2(b). Subsection (

d) describes requirements for Option 1, certification by an accredited crane operator certifying entity, one of the two California options for certification. These requirements are covered in the GISO in

Section 5006.2(d)(1)–(d)(4). Subsection (

e) describes requirements for Option 2, licensing by a government entity, the second California option for certification/licensing. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 5006.2(e)(1)–(e)(3) as new Exception (2)(C). Subsection (

f) describes the evaluation process, who the evaluator must be, and the documentation requirements to ensure each operator is qualified to operate the equipment. This provision will be covered by

Section 5006.2(f). Subsection (

g) describes the certification criteria operators must pass to obtain a certificate of competency to operate a crane covered by this Article. This provision will be covered by

Section 5006.2(g). Subsection (

h) lists effective dates. The effective date of

Section 5006.1(

f) pre–dates those of

Section 1618.1; however, new exceptions to

Section 5006.1 harmonize

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 359 with CSO and clarify application of effective dates. This provision will be covered by

Section 5006.2(i). The effect of these relocations and modifications is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1618.2. Signal Person Qualifications. This

section requires the employer to ensure that only qualified persons give signals. Two options for qualification are provided: (1) third party qualified evaluator or (2) employer’s qualified evaluator. The employer is to maintain documentation of such training and to provide re–training where indicated. This

section also lists qualification requirements. It is proposed to relocate these provisions to new

Section 5001.3. The effect of these relocations is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1618.3. Qualifications of Maintenance and Repair Employees. This

section lists qualifications for maintenance and repair employees in order for them to operate cranes or derricks in the performance of their duties. These requirements will be relocated to new

Section 5033.1. The effect of this relocation is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1618.4. Training. This

section requires the employer to provide training as follows: Subsection (

a) requires each employee to be trained in power line safety (up to 350 kV) as required by

Section 1612.1. These requirements will be covered as well as safety training for voltages over 350 kV in new Sections 5003.1(

f) and 5003.2. Subsection (

b) lists training and qualifications for signal persons. These requirements are covered by

Section 3203 and new

Section 5001.3. Subsection (c)(1) prescribes training requirements for operators subject to

Section 1618.1. It also requires retraining if the trainee does not pass testing and certification. These requirements have been relocated to new

Section 5012(a). Subsection (c)(2) requires employers train operators covered under the Exceptions to

Section 1618.1. The Exceptions to

Section 1618.1 have been relocated to Exceptions to

Section 5006.2. Subsection (c)(3) prescribes training for use of boom hoist brakes and for emergency procedures for halting unintended equipment movement. These provisions have been relocated to new

Section 5012(b). Subsection (d), based on federal verbiage, prescribes training for competent persons and qualified persons. By definition (Section 3207), competent persons and qualified persons are required to be knowledgeable in the particular hazards for which they are competent or qualified, thus there is no need to copy subsection (

d) into the GISO. Subsection (

e) requires that each employee shall be trained to keep clear of crush/pinch hazard points and holes. These requirements are covered by existing Sections 4993.1(a)(2) and 3203(a)(6) and (7). Subsection (

f) requires the operator and any other employee authorized to start/energize equipment or operate equipment controls (such as maintenance and repair employees), to be trained in tag–out and start– up procedures. These requirements are covered by lockout/tagout training required by

Section 3314(l). Subsection (

g) prescribes training administration requirements. These requirements are covered by

Section 3203, thus there is no need to copy them into Group 13. The effect of the relocations described above is to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. Section/Header 1619. Supplemental Requirements. This

section number is currently used as a header for the 1619 series of standards regarding supplemental requirements. All 1619 series standards, except

Section 1619.4, will be deleted and relocated to GISO Group 13 as indicated below, and this header will be vacated. The text of

Section 1619.4 will be retained and relocated to

Section 1610 as it contains requirements for overhead and gantry cranes that are unique to construction. The effect of these relocations will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1619.1. Tower Cranes. Subsection (

a) scopes the requirements of this section; i.e., supplemental requirements for tower cranes. There is no need to relocate this scope as it is covered in existing GISO

Section 4965(a). Subsection (

b) requires the erection, climbing (up and down) and dismantling of a fixed tower crane to comply with the requirements of Title 8,

Section 341.1(c)(2) and GISO,

Section 4966(a)(1). It contains the following supplemental requirements as listed below: Subsection (b)(1) assembly/disassembly procedures are relocated to

Section 4966(a)(1) as revised, and to Sections 5010 thru 5010.3. Subsection (b)(2) prescribes restrictions on work in dangerous areas (for self–erecting tower cranes). These provisions are relocated to

Section 4966(

i) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (b)(3) lists requirements for foundations and supports. These requirements are relocated to

Section 4966(

d) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (b)(4) addresses specific hazards such as installation of foundations and structural supports, backward stability and wind speed. These

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Section 4966(

j) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (b)(5) prescribes requirements for plumb tolerance. These requirements are relocated to

Section 4966(

k) with AC recommended clarification. Subsection (b)(6) prescribes requirements for preventing contact between cranes on multiple–tower crane jobsites. These requirements are relocated to

Section 4966(

l) with AC recommended clarification. Subsection (b)(7) prescribes climbing procedures. These requirements are relocated and appended to

Section 4966(e). Subsection (b)(8) prescribes requirements for counterweights and ballasts. These requirements are relocated to

section 4966(m). Subsection (

c) provides criteria for size and location of signs installed on tower cranes. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4965(h). Subsection (d)(1) states that

Section 1615.1 does not apply to tower cranes. This condition will be placed as a note to

Section 4968. Subsection (d)(2) lists safety device requirements for tower cranes. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4968(g)–(

o) with revisions as recommended by the AC. Subsection (d)(3) requirements for proper operation of safety devices will be relocated to

Section 4968.1. Subsection (

e) lists requirements for operational aids for tower cranes. Some federally classified “operational aids” have been re–categorized to “safety devices” per AC recommendations and will be relocated to

Section 4968. Those that remain as operational aids will be relocated to

Section 4968.2. Subsection (e)(1)–(4) have been relocated to

Section 4968.2(a)–(

c) with AC recommended clarifications. Subsection (e)(5) has been relocated to

Section 4968.2(

e) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(A) & (

B) have been relocated to

Section 4968(f)(2), (3) & (s)(1) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

C) has been relocated to

Section 4968(

p) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

D) has been relocated to

Section 4968.2(e)(1) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

E) has been relocated to

Section 4968(

d) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

F) has been relocated to

Section 4968(f)(4) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

G) has been relocated to

Section 4968(

k) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

H) has been relocated to

Section 4968(

r) with AC recommended modifications. Subsection (e)(5)(

I) has been relocated to

Section 4968(q). Subsection (e)(5)(

J) has been relocated to

Section 4968(s)(1). Subsection (e)(5)(

K) has been relocated to

Section 4968(s)(2). Subsection (e)(5)(

L) has been relocated to

Section 4968(s)(3). Subsection (e)(5)(

M) has been relocated to

Section 4968.2(e)(2). Subsection (e)(5)(

N) has been relocated to

Section 4968(a). Subsection (

f) contains requirements for tower crane inspections including pre–erection, post– erection, monthly and annual. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4965.1 except subsection (f)(3)(B)/new subsection (c)(2) has been revised per AC input. The effect of these relocations and revisions will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1619.2. Derricks. Subsection (

a) scopes the requirements of this section; i.e., supplemental requirements for derricks whether temporarily or permanently mounted. GISO

Article 95 (Derricks) and the definition of “derrick” (Section 4885) provide equivalent scoping. Subsection (

b) prescribes requirements and procedures for operation, including accessibility of procedures, and load chart contents. These requirements will be covered by Sections 4959(

a) and 4961. Subsection (c)(1) contains general requirements for derrick construction. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4884(c)–(f). Subsections (c)(2)–(c)(5) contain crane–specific construction requirements for guy, stiff–leg, gin pole, and Chicago boom derricks. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4960(a)–(d). Subsection (

d) contains requirements for anchoring and guying derricks. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4960(e)(1)–(3). Subsections (e)(1)–(e)(2)(

A) require derrick boom, swinger mechanisms and hoists to be suitable for the work intended and to be anchored to prevent displacement from imposed loads. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4960(f)(1)–(f)(2)(A). Subsection (e)(2)(

B) will be covered by new

Section 4960(f)(2)(

B) and by existing

Section 5023(a)–(

b) and

Article 99. Subsection (e)(2)(

C) requires hoists that have had repairs, modifications or additions that affect their capacity or safe operation to be evaluated to determine if a load test is necessary. This requirement is covered by

Section 5022(a)(3). Subsection (e)(2)(

D) specifies the load testing procedure. This requirement is covered by

Section 4960(f)(2)(

C) and

Section 5020(a). Subsection (

f) lists exceptions to operational aids required by

Section 1615.2 (now

Section 5018) for

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Section 4960.1. Subsection (

g) prescribes post–assembly testing, approval and documentation requirements for new or reinstalled cranes. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4960.2 with modifications to harmonize with GISO Group 13 as follows: Subsection (g)(1) contains requirements for anchorages. These requirements will be relocated to new

Section 4960.2(a), except that subsection (g)(1)(

B) is not allowed by

Section 4960(b). Subsection (g)(2) prescribes the functional test. This is covered by

Section 5022(a). Subsection (

h) prescribes conditions under which load testing may be required for derricks that have had repairs, modifications or additions affecting the derrick’s capacity or safe operation. These requirements are covered by Sections 5020(

a) and 4960.2. Subsection (

i) is not used. Subsection (

j) prescribes shut–down procedures in the event of power failure. These requirements are covered by

Section 5008(g). Subsection (

k) places conditions on the use of winch heads. These conditions will be relocated to

Section 4962.1. Subsection (

l) is not used. Subsection (

m) contains requirements for securing the boom. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4960.3. Subsection (

n) requires the process of jumping the derrick to be supervised by the A/D director. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 5010.1(a)(3). Subsection (

o) requires derrick operations to be supervised by a competent person. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 4959(b). Subsection (

p) contains additional inspection requirements for derricks. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 4960.4. Subsection (

q) describes derrick operator qualifications and training. These requirements are covered by

Section 5006(a). The effect of these relocations and revisions will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1619.3. Floating Cranes/Derricks and Land Cranes/Derricks on Barges. Subsections (

a) and (

b) scope the requirements and application of this section; i.e., supplemental requirements for floating cranes/derricks and land cranes/derricks on barges, or other means of flotation except barges fully supported by jacks. The scope has been relocated to

Section 4988.1. Subsection (

c) prescribes requirements for work area control. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4988.2. Subsection (

d) states that

Section 1616.4 (overhead loads) does not apply to cranes/derricks within the scope of this section. No relocation is necessary since overhead loads are already covered in GISO

Section 5002. Subsection (

e) contains supplemental requirements for safety devices when the equipment is on a means of flotation. These requirements will be covered by

Section 4988.3. Subsection (

f) limits when an anti–two–blocking device is required. It also lists conditions where load weighing devices are not required. These provisions will be covered by

Section 4988.3, exceptions 1 and 2. Subsection (

g) prescribes that procedures (load charts and operating procedures) must be available to the operator regardless of whether the operator’s station is fixed or moveable. This requirement will be relocated to

Section 4988.4. Subsection (

h) prescribes additional inspection requirements for the means of flotation, including shift, monthly, annual, and quadrennial inspections and documentation. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4988.5. Subsections (

i) and (

j) are not used. Subsection (

k) requires that the barge or other means of flotation are capable of withstanding imposed environmental, operational and in–transit loads when used in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and limitations. It also requires that the manufacturer’s specifications and limitations with respect to environmental, operational, and in–transit loads for a barge or other means of flotation are not exceeded or violated. These requirements will be relocated to

Section 4988.6. Subsection (

l) was not used. Subsection (

m) contains requirements for floating cranes/derricks designed by the manufacturer (or employer) for marine use by permanent attachment of equipment to barges or other means of flotation. Load charts are required to take into account marine– related factors such as dynamic loading, list and trim, freeboard, and effects of wind, and if the equipment is employer–made it also requires the load charts to be approved by a registered engineer. This

section also includes structural design criteria and other features for the means of flotation. All these requirements will be relocated to

Section 4988.7. Subsection (

n) contains provisions for land cranes/ derricks used on barges or other means of flotation. Subsections (n)(1)–(n)(4) pertain to modifications of rated capacity due to maritime effects such as list, trim, wave action, wind, and freeboard. Subsections (n)(5)– (n)(6) identify conditions where physical attachment or containment of the equipment may be required. Subsection (n)(7) contains structural design criteria and other features for the means of flotation. All the

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n) will be relocated to

Section 4988.8. The effect of these relocations and revisions will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1619.4. Overhead and Gantry Cranes. GISO

Article 92 prescribes requirements for overhead and gantry cranes used in general industry. CSO

Section 1619.4 currently prescribes requirements for overhead and gantry cranes used in construction. Subsection (

a) is for permanently installed overhead and gantry cranes and subsection (

b) is for overhead and gantry cranes not permanently installed. CSO

Section 1619.4(

b) currently cross–references to other parts of CSO

Article 15 for many requirements. Since all other parts of CSO

Article 15 are being consolidated into the GISO, it is necessary to change the subsection (

b) cross–references. Additionally, the text of

Section 1619.4 will be relocated to

Section 1610 and retained in

Article 15 because, although overhead and gantry cranes are covered in GISO Group 13, there are some differing and unique conditions found for overhead and gantry cranes used in construction, and the AC felt that the CSO requirements should be retained to cover those conditions. The effect of the relocation and changes to cross– references will be to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group

Section 1619.5. Dedicated Pile Drivers. This

section describes certain exceptions for dedicated pile drivers from requirements of

Article 15. Since CSO

Article 15 will be consolidated into GISO Group 13, the exceptions will be revised to corresponding sections of Group 13 and will be relocated to

Section 1600(u). The effect of the revisions and relocation will be to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. CSO

Article 28. Miscellaneous Construction Tools and Equipment

Section 1694. Sideboom Cranes. This

section currently specifies that certain CSO

Article 15 standards became applicable to sideboom cranes manufactured on or after July 7, 2011. Since

Article 15 will be consolidated into GISO Group 13, this

section will be revised to indicate that corresponding requirements of GISO Group 13 became applicable for cranes manufactured on or after July 7, 2011. The effect of the revision will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. High–Voltage Electrical Safety Orders

Article 37. Provisions for Preventing Accidents Due to Proximity to Overhead Lines

Section 2946. Provisions for Preventing Accidents Due to Proximity to Overhead Lines. This

section is being amended with subsections (

e) and (

f) to clarify requirements for cranes working in proximity to energized overhead lines. These hazards apply regardless of the industry in which the crane is working. The effect of these amendments will be to provide equivalence with federal standards [29 CFR 1926.600(a)(6)] for cranes and derricks in construction. General Industry Safety Orders Group

Article 1.

Definitions

Section 3207.

Definitions.

Section 3207 defines terms applicable to the GISO. Although the term “Competent Person” is already used in the GISO and will be used more extensively with the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into Group 13, it is not currently defined in the GISO. It is thus proposed to define “Competent Person” in

Section 3207 using the same definition as in the CSO

Section 1504 (Definitions). This amendment will place the definition where it will apply to all GISO standards, including the consolidation because the term is used in the standards that are being incorporated into GISO Group 13. The effect of this action will be to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 into GISO Group 13. GISO Group 13. Cranes and Other Hoisting Equipment New

Section 4880. Scope. This new

section in large part transfers the contents of CSO

Section 1610.1 (Scope) into the GISO with minor changes due to differences in formatting between the CSO and GISO. In addition,

Section 4880(a)(1), (c) (8) and (c)(10) have been modified and clarified based on subcommittee and AC input. Subsection (a)(2) has been added to clarify that these orders apply to all cranes having a maximum rated capacity greater

CALIFORNIA REGULATORY NOTICE REGISTER 2021, VOLUME NUMBER 14-Z 363 than one ton (except where otherwise noted). The one ton trigger has previously been included by reference to ASME B30.5–2004; however, the clarification has been found to be necessary. The effect of these amendments will be to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13 and to clarify the scope of application. New

Section 4881. General. This new

section incorporates CSO

Section 1610.4 (Design, Construction and Testing) subsections (d) (2)–(5), (d)(7) and (d)(9) with AC recommended clarifications into the GISO arranged due to formatting differences between the CSO and GISO. CSO

Section 1610.4(d)(7) [relocated to

Section 4881(e)] contains some federal requirements exceeding ASME B30.5– 2004, thus it has been identified to be limited to cranes in construction. The effect of these amendments will be to facilitate the consolidation of the CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4883. Equipment with a Rated Hoisting/ Lifting Capacity of 2,000 Pounds or Less (Cranes and Derricks in Construction). This new

section in large part transfers the contents of CSO

Section 1610.8 into the GISO with changes in formatting due to differences between the CSO and GISO. The purpose for this

section is to clarify requirements for cranes and derricks having a hoisting/lifting capacity of 2,000 pounds or less. These requirements apply only to cranes and derricks used in construction. The effect of this

section will be to conform to federal standards for cranes and derricks in construction and to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group

Section 4884. Standards Incorporated by Reference. This section, formerly named “Scope” has been renamed and rearranged with former subsection (a), a scope item, relocated to new

Section 4880. The existing standards incorporated by reference in GISO

Section 4884 have been retained. They are supplemented with new subsection (

d) which brings forward the content of CSO

Section 1610.2 and new subsection (

e) which will update certain ANSI/ASME standards that will become effective with the adoption of this consolidation. The latter update was requested by the AC to be more consistent with current design, construction and installation standards. It should also be mentioned that

Section 1610.4(

c) has been relocated to subsection (j). The effect of these amendments will be to update referenced standards to those currently used in industry and to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4884.1. Equipment Modifications — Mobile and Tower Cranes. This new

section brings forward the requirements of CSO

Section 1610.6 with modifications based on AC input which condense the federal options for modifications or additions which affect the capacity or safe operation of the equipment from six to two. The AC’s opinion was that all the federal options logically fit into one of the two remaining categories. The purpose is to provide standards for modification and additions to mobile and tower cranes and to provide a level of safety at least as effective as federal standards. GISO

Article 91.

Definitions

Section 4885.

Definitions. This

section supplements

Section 3207 and contains

definitions specifically applicable to Group 13. Existing

definitions have been amended with

definitions brought forward from CSO

Section 1610.3 (Definitions) which were not formerly contained in

Section 4885. The definition of “multi–purpose machine” and other terms have been reviewed and modified based on AC input. The effect of these amendments will be to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. GISO

Article 93. Boom–Type Mobile Cranes

Section 4924. Load Safety Devices. Subsection (

c) boom angle or radius indicator has been clarified per stakeholder and AC input to require that the device indicate to the operator the boom angle or radius distance at all times. The effect of this change is to update standards to current industry methods and practices. Subsection (

d) currently requires cranes with lattice booms manufactured after February 28, 1992, to be equipped with an anti–two–block device or two block warning feature. Federal 29 CFR 1926.1416(d) (3) requires lattice boom cranes manufactured after November 8, 2011, to be equipped with two–block damage/failure prevention device(s). This requirement is consistent with the ASME B30.5–2004 standard that has been incorporated by reference and the effect of these changes will be to consolidate CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. In addition a new subsection (d)(3) is proposed to address lattice boom cranes and derricks manufactured after November 8, 2011, with a load failure device to prevent two– blocking. An editorial amendment is proposed to renumber existing subsection (d)(3) as subsection (d) (4) to be consistent with Title 8 format.

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Section 4928.1. Free Fall and Controlled Load Lowering. This new

section brings forward the requirements of CSO

Section 1616.5 into GISO Group 13 with minor clarifications recommended by the AC. These standards address prohibitions intended to protect employees in cases where the boom or hoist line is configured for free fall from being struck by the equipment and/or load and includes but is not limited to situations where the employee is being hoisted, the employee is located in the fall zone, the boom is operated in proximity to energized conductors, the load is over a shaft or the lifting takes place at a refinery or tank farm. Additional standards address boom free fall prevention and load line free fall prohibitions. The effect of this change will be to consolidate CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. GISO

Article 94. Hydraulic Cranes and Excavators

Section 4949. Boom Hoist and Supporting Mechanism. Existing

Section 4949 will be amended with new subsections (

e) regarding friction mechanisms and (

f) regarding hydraulic load hoists and brought forward from CSO

Section 1610.4(d)(12)–(13). The effect of these amendments will be to consolidate CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. No new requirements are created by this action as these provisions are already required by ASME B30.5–2004 standards which have been incorporated by reference in the GISO. GISO

Article 95. Derricks New

Section 4959. Operation — Procedures. This new

section brings forward provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(

b) and (o) [which are based on federal standards, 1926.1436(

b) and (o)] and prescribes operation, supervision and accessibility of procedures for derricks. The effect of this new

section will be to clarify provisions of ASME B30.6 which are currently only incorporated by reference in the GISO and to consolidate CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group

Section 4960. Construction. This

section prescribes construction requirements for derricks. Modifications are proposed for this

section to provide equivalency with 29 CFR 1926.1436(

c) through (

e) which contains construction requirements for specific types of derricks. These modifications bring forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(c) (2) through (

e) into the GISO. The effect of these modifications will be to clarify provisions of ASME B30.6 currently only incorporated by reference in the GISO and to consolidate CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4960.1. Operational Aids (Supplemental requirements for derricks in construction). This new

section prescribes operational aids for derricks in construction. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(f) [based on federal standard 1926.1436(f)] into the GISO. The effect of this new

section is to capture provisions of the CSO not currently in the GISO and to avoid over–reach by limiting their application to derricks in construction, thus enabling consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4960.2. Post–Assembly Approval and Testing — New or Reinstalled Derricks. This new

section prescribes post–assembly testing, approval and documentation for derricks. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(

g) into the GISO [based on federal standard 1926.1436(g)]. The effect of this new

section will be to clarify provisions of ASME B30.6 currently only incorporated by reference in the GISO and to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4960.3. Securing the Boom. This new

section modifies and amends former

Section 4960(

c) to provide more type–specific requirements for securing the derrick boom. The effect of this

section is to bring forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(m) [based on federal standard 1926.1436(m)] which are not currently in the GISO to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4960.4. Inspections. This new

section prescribes derrick–specific inspection items that are in addition to the requirements of

Article 100. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(p) [based on federal standard 1926.1436(p)] into the GISO. The effect of this new

section will be to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group

Section 4961. Rated Load Marking. This is an existing

section which prescribes that for permanently installed derricks with fixed lengths of boom, guy and mast, a durable and clearly legible rating chart shall be provided where it is visible to operating personnel. Subsection (a)(3) states that for hoisting reeving the size and construction of the rope “may” be shown either on the rating chart or in the operating manual. It is proposed to clarify this requirement by changing “may” to “shall.” The effect of this change will be to provide clarity and equivalency with federal standard 29 CFR 1926.1436(b)(2)(iv).

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Section 4962.1. Use of Winch Heads. This new

section prescribes use of ropes on winch heads. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.2(k) [based on federal standard 1926.1436(k)] into the GISO. The effect of this new

section will be to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 crane standards into GISO Group 13. GISO

Article 96. Tower Cranes

Section 4965. General. Existing subsection (

h) requires cranes mounted on rail tracks to be equipped with limit switches and stops or buffers at each end of the tracks. This provision for safety devices will be relocated to

Section 4968 (Safety Devices), subsection (k). The existing general requirements will be amended with provisions for signs (such as for advertising, project name, crane company, etc.). These provisions are brought forward from CSO

Section 1619.1(c) [based on federal standard 1926.1435(c)]. The effect of these modifications is to place requirements for crane safety devices in a logical location and to incorporate provisions of the CSO not currently in the GISO. New

Section 4965.1. Inspections. This new

section prescribes inspection frequencies and inspection items for tower cranes that are in addition to the requirements of

Article 100. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(f) [based on federal standard 1926.1435(f)] into the GISO. The effect of this new

section is to incorporate provisions of the CSO that are not currently in the GISO and to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 tower crane standards into GISO Group 13. These provisions pertain to construction–related activities and thus will not impact cranes used solely in general industry.

Section 4966. Erection, Climbing, Dismantling and Operation. The existing

section title is “Erection, Dismantling and Operation.” Since the subject matter also includes climbing (up and down), it is proposed to clarify the

section title by adding “climbing” to the title. Other modifications and amendments are proposed as follows to bring forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1 into the GISO and to be at least as effective as federal standards contained in 29 CFR 1926.1435: Subsection (a). This subsection currently requires erection, climbing and dismantling operations to comply with administrative

Section 341.1(b)(2). It is proposed to add reference to operating rules for assembly/disassembly, Sections 5010 thru 5010.3 and other provisions as may be applicable. These sections bring forward provisions of CSO Sections 1611.1 through 1611.4 [based on federal standard 1926.1435(b) (1)] into the GISO. Subsection (d). This subsection currently pertains to protection of structural support for tower crane vertical loads. Modifications and amendments are proposed to be added as part of bringing forward CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(3) [based on federal 1926.1435(b)(3)] into the GISO. Subsections (d)(1)–(d)(3) bring forward CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(3)(A)–(

C) which were adopted into the CSO on August 16, 2012, as a result of input from a “clean–up” advisory committee. Subsection (e). This subsection currently requires that when mast sections are raised to a new position, measures shall be taken to prevent damage, slippage or collapse of the crane assembly. It is proposed to clarify this with requirements to comply with manufacturer’s prohibitions and obtain a certified agent’s verification that the host structure can withstand the forces imposed. These amendments are brought forward from CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(7) [based on federal 1926.1435(b)(7)] and are consistent with ASME B30.3. Subsection (i). This new subsection prescribes precautions for employee access to dangerous areas during erection, climbing and dismantling. It brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(2) [based upon federal 1926.1435(b)(2)]. Subsection (j). This new

section requires the Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) director to check foundations and structural support installation, backward stability and wind speed during A/D operations. It brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(4) [based on federal 1926.1435(b)(4)]. Subsection (k). This new subsection specifies plumb tolerance to be adhered to in the erection of tower cranes. It brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(5) [based on federal 1926.1435(b)(5)]. Subsection (l). This new subsection prescribes installation precautions when more than one hammerhead tower crane is operating on a site. It brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(b) (6) [based on federal 1926.1435(b)(6)]. Subsection (m). This new subsection prescribes requirements for counterweight ballast during A/D and operation. It brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(b)(8) [based on federal 1926.1435(b)(8)]. The effect of these amendments and modifications is to incorporate provisions of the CSO which are not currently in the GISO and to facilitate the consolidation of CSO

Article 15 tower crane standards into GISO Group 13. Since these amendments and modifications pertain to construction–related activities they will not impact cranes used solely in general industry.

Section 4968. Safety Devices. Existing

Section 4968 lists safety devices for tower cranes. However, federal standards incorporated into the CSO as a result of the federal CDAC rulemaking necessitated amendments to this section. A Note has

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Section 5017 does not apply to tower cranes. Some of the existing requirements [subsections (

d) and (f)] will be modified and clarified. However, they will also be supplemented with amendments based on the federal rulemaking 29 CFR 1926.1435 [subsections (

h) through (o)]. The AC determined that the amended requirements occasioned by the adoption of the federal CDAC are consistent with ASME B30 standards which are already incorporated by reference (Section 4884).

Federal 29 CFR 1926.1415 (Safety Devices) lists devices classified by federal OSHA as safety devices; however, CFR 1926.1416 (Operational Aids) lists a number of devices that the federal standards classify as “operational aids.” Existing state tower crane standards do not currently use the term “operational aid.” Thus it was necessary for the AC to review federal “operational aids” to determine those that should properly be classified as “safety devices” consistent with current precedent and practice in California.

The effect of these clarifications, modifications and amendments is to provide consistency with ASME B30 standards (incorporated by reference) which are spelled out in the federal standards but that are not currently clearly identified in the GISO. It is also to coordinate federal and state terminology, and to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 tower crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4968.1. Safety Devices — Proper Operation Required. This new

section requires that operations shall not begin unless safety devices are in proper working order and for operations to be stopped if a safety device stops working properly. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(d)(3) into the GISO. The effect of this new

section is to capture provisions of the CSO [based on federal standard 1926.1435(d)(3)] which are not currently in the GISO and to facilitate consolidation of CSO

Article 15 tower crane standards into GISO Group 13. New

Section 4968.2. Operational Aids. This new

section prescribes operational aids and alternative methods that may be employed if the operational aids are not in proper working order or if they stop working during operations. This

section brings forward the provisions of CSO

Section 1619.1(

e) into the GISO. Based on AC review, some devices previously classified by federal standards as operational aids and located in this

section have been relocated to

Section 4968 (Safety Devices) for reasons described in that

section (above). The effect of this new

section is to capture provisions of the CSO [bas